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Viral PCR - CSF

Source CSF
Mnemonic PLNON
Specimen Requirements See CSF Collection Guidelines

Use sterile screw capped tubes

1 mL minimum CSF
Specimen Handling
Additional Information

PCR for Enterovirus is tested.  PCR testing for other viruses such as Herpes or West Nile virus is available upon request.

Note: test replaces CSF Viral Culture.

Refer to Provincial Laboratory Guide to Services http://www.provlab.ab.ca/guide-to-services.pdf.

Testing Location Provincial Laboratory
Testing Frequency
Alternate Name(s) Enterovirus by PCR
Reference Interval